G35 Coupe V35 2003 - 07 Discussion about the 1st Generation V35 G35 Coupe

DIY or just pay someone?

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Old May 24, 2011 | 06:44 PM
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Well my dad and I were into mustangs during my high school days so we have tons of tools and a car lift. So I would for sure do it there, I just wasn't sure how technical working on the g would be. And coupe I may be messaging you for advice, questions ect. Any torque settings I should know?
 
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Old May 24, 2011 | 07:01 PM
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I say DIY! You get a better satisfaction of your car when you do your own work. Put in your own blood time and you'll be happy and gain more knowledge on your car. BUT BE SAFE WHEN YOU DO!
 
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Old May 24, 2011 | 09:24 PM
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Originally Posted by ozzy87
my question with doing such a job would be the tools required. I don't mean different sets of renches as most people already have those but the best way to lift up the car. Obviosuly most people dont have hydrolic lifts so what do you guys usually use for suspension work or anything under the car really?
Floor jack, jack stands, and basic hand tools. A socket set with a wrench, extensions, and sockets ranging from 10mm up to 21mm will suffice along with a breaker bar.. It's also good to have some wrenches ranging in size from 10mm- 21mm.

Air tools will make it a lot quicker and easier, but not eveyone has them. They are well worth the investment.
 
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Old May 24, 2011 | 10:11 PM
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Well I have been talked into it! And if all goes right I may have just picked up some Workmeister S1’s 19x10/19x11 et-7 in gold.
 
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Old May 24, 2011 | 10:39 PM
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A die grinder wouldnt hurt either. You have to elongate the hole for the toe bolt.
 
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Old May 25, 2011 | 12:41 AM
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A die grinder wouldnt hurt either. You have to elongate the hole for the toe bolt.
Dremmel plus a carbide bit cuts it like butter.
 
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Old May 25, 2011 | 06:57 PM
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speaking of the toe bolt i didn't receive mine with my toe arms which sucks, so now those are on order.. thanks 4d05g35 for the dremmel tip ill pick up a carbide bit before i attempt the install
 
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Old May 25, 2011 | 08:38 PM
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goodentite - german tq specs. lol idk specifics...can look them up once i get to work but just a good snug tite with your normal wrenches and ratchets will work. its not all that hard to do tho. just having a lift and all the necessary tools and air psi make it go by much quicker
 
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Old May 25, 2011 | 08:43 PM
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DIY everytime its possible

Most, actually all people rip you the **** off for labor or some other BS.
 
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